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An Economic Theory of Self-Control

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Shefrin, H., Thaler, Richard·1977·National Bureau of Economic Research
DOI 10.3386/w0208
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Although many economists, most notably Strotz, have discussed dynamic inconsistency and precommitment, none have dealt directly with the essence of the problem: self-control.This paper attempts to fill that gap by modeling man as an organization.The Strotz model is recast to include the control features missing in his formulation.The organizational analogy permits us to draw on the theory of agency.We thus relate the individual's control problems with those that exist in agency relationships.

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Authors
Shefrin, H., & Thaler, R.
Venue
National Bureau of Economic Research
Publisher
National Bureau of Economic Research
Published
1977-10
DOI
10.3386/w0208
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